Lead Writer- SmackDown

This is a Full Time Job

The Lead Writer will be responsible for building the weekly WWE flagship television scripts (RAW and SmackDown); helping develop long term story arcs, as well as character backstory for current and developing WWE Superstars and Divas.

Responsibilities:

* Partner with the VP Creative Writing
* Oversee the weekly creative process of the writers as it relates to script and story arc creation
* Ensure multiple pitches are presented for each story; pitch concepts to creativedecision makers
* Build final draft of script; ensure all storytelling goals are being met with each episode
* Ensure product integration is handled in a clever, inclusive manner

Qualifications:


* Minimum of 5+ years of script writing and production experience in television
* Must have deep working knowledge of WWE storylines and characters
* A creative thinker with the ability to motivate a small team of writers
* Deep understanding of pop culture, trends, and topical events, especially as they relate to television programming. Writing reality television, sitcoms or character-based non-fiction is required
* An experimental risk-taking mindset
* Must be open to thinking outside of traditional television formats and outside of the traditional linear television model
* Highly developed written and verbal communications skills. Ability to communicate story lines, including vision and strategy, effectively with senior management, writing and production teams, and external parties
* Understanding of the WWE’s audience (demographic and psychographic)
* Flexible schedule to meet the demands and rigor of a weekly television program